Peanut Butter Macaroons Recipe

These easy no-bake peanut butter cornflake macaroons are a nostalgic treat! Made with just a few simple ingredients and ready in minutes, these delightful cookies are perfect for a quick dessert or satisfying sweet craving. Chewy, peanut buttery, and crunchy, they're guaranteed to be a family favorite.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 254.2 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Macaroons

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How to Make Peanut Butter Macaroons

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup light corn syrup.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle boil. (Be careful; it will bubble up.)
  3. Reduce heat to low and continue to stir constantly for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture reaches 235°F (113°C) on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage).
  4. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup creamy peanut butter until smooth and well combined. The mixture will be thick and may scorch easily, so work quickly!
  5. Stir in 4 cups corn flakes until evenly coated. The mixture will be quite thick.
  6. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto a baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper.
  7. Let cool completely. The macaroons will firm up as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

13g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Macaroons?

Peanut Butter Macaroons takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Macaroons?

Peanut Butter Macaroons has approximately 254.2 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Macaroons?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Macaroons are Sugar, Corn Syrup, Peanut Butter, Corn Flakes. See the full list with measurements above.

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